What do I request for a back taxi?

ATC
#1

So lets say there is a little airport with ATC and the take-off runway is 33 (just a random number). But to get to it you need to taxi down the runway and turn around. Do you request runway crossing or just request take-off?

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#2

Hi there! I recommend watching this video on back taxiing. :)

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#3

Thanks! I get it now

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#4

Hey!

This is called Back Taxi

If there is active ATC, you only need to request departure (previously named T/0). ATC will give you the back taxi command when there is no traffic around and you will be able to roll down the runway at a reasonable speed.

Note that if the controller only gives you a Take-off clearance without the back taxi command, you are still allowed to do so, for more info see 3.2.3 on the ATC Manual

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